Almond-Lemon Macaroons (Passover Almendrados)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2

Almond-Lemon Macaroons recipe for your Passover celebration

Almond-Lemon Macaroons (Passover Almendrados)

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Approximately 30 cookies

Calories

Approximately 120 calories per cookie

Sugar

Approximately 7g of sugar per cookie

Fat

Approximately 9g of fat per cookie

Passover Almendrados are a traditional dessert recipe that is typically enjoyed during the Jewish holiday of Passover. As they are gluten-free and dairy-free, they are a great option for those with those dietary requirements. With only a handful of ingredients, they are simple to make and can be enjoyed as a snack or dessert option throughout the holiday. The added lemon zest provides a burst of citrus flavor that perfectly complements the nuttiness of the almonds.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
2.	In a food processor, pulse the 2 cups of whole blanched almonds until finely ground.
3.	Add the sugar, egg, and lemon zest, and pulse until the mixture forms a sticky dough.
4.	Using your hands, form the dough into small balls about 1 1/2 inches in diameter.
5.	Place the balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, and press one whole almond into the center of each cookie to flatten slightly.
6.	Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are golden brown.
7.	Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely before serving.

PROS

These Passover Almendrados are gluten-free, dairy-free, and perfect for anyone with those dietary requirements.

They also make for a great snack or dessert option that can be enjoyed during Passover with family and friends.

CONS

Passover Almendrados are relatively high in calories, with each cookie containing around 120 calories.

While the almonds used in the recipe are healthy, the added sugar can contribute to increased sugar intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Almonds are a great source of healthy fats, fiber, and protein, making them an ideal snack or ingredient in healthy recipes.
Studies have shown that almonds can lower cholesterol levels, reduce blood sugar spikes, and promote a feeling of fullness.

	2 cups whole blanched almonds
	30 almonds , for decoration
	1 cup granulated sugar
	1 large egg
	1 finely grated lemon , zest of